Mass. Trooper Dragged by Car During Traffic Stop in East Boston, Suspect Arrested in NH

The trooper suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital for evaluation.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A Massachusetts State Police trooper was dragged by a car during a traffic stop in East Boston early Sunday morning. The trooper had discovered the driver had a suspended license and attempted to remove him from the vehicle, but the driver fled the scene at a high rate of speed, dragging the trooper 10-20 feet. The trooper suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to a local hospital. The suspect was later arrested by New Hampshire State Police.

Why it matters

Traffic stops can be dangerous situations for law enforcement officers, and this incident highlights the risks they face when encountering uncooperative or fleeing drivers. The trooper's injuries, though non-life-threatening, underscore the need for continued training and safety protocols to protect officers during these types of encounters.

The details

According to officials, shortly before 2:30 a.m., a Trooper conducted a motor vehicle stop at the intersection of Central Square and Meridian Street in East Boston. During the stop, the Trooper queried the driver's information and discovered that he was driving with a suspended license. When the Trooper attempted to remove the driver from the vehicle to facilitate a tow, the driver shifted gears and fled the scene at a high rate of speed, dragging the Trooper 10-20 feet.

  • The incident occurred shortly before 2:30 a.m. on February 19, 2026.
  • Later that morning, New Hampshire State Police encountered the vehicle and arrested the suspect.

The players

Massachusetts State Police

The state law enforcement agency that employs the trooper involved in the incident.

New Hampshire State Police

The state law enforcement agency that arrested the suspect after the vehicle was spotted in their jurisdiction.

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What they’re saying

“The Massachusetts State Police intend to seek an arrest warrant on several charges out of East Boston District Court, including Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon and Assault and Battery on a Police Officer.”

— State police (boston25news.com)

What’s next

The judge in the East Boston District Court will decide on the charges and whether to grant the arrest warrant for the suspect.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers law enforcement officers face during routine traffic stops and the importance of continued training and safety protocols to protect officers in these situations.